Over time, the Paraguayan passport has distinguished itself as a document of significant diplomatic and practical utility. Often under-analysed in comparison to its larger regional counterparts, the passport’s current standing reflects Paraguay’s consistent commitment to international security standards and regional cooperation.
According to early 2026 data from PassportIndex.org, the Paraguayan passport ranks 24th globally and holds a Mobility Score of 142, facilitating visa-free or facilitated access to the majority of the world’s sovereign states.
Note that more than one country can share the same position in the ranking. For example, both Singapore and Spain are ranked 2nd, each with a Mobility Score of 174. In total, 64 countries rank above Paraguay in January 2026.
Comparative regional strength
To understand the passport’s strength, it must be measured against its Latin American peers. Using PassportIndex.org as the unified metric, Paraguay maintains a competitive edge. Particularly in its balance of visa-free access and regional residency rights.
The top three countries in Latin America are Brazil, Argentina, and Chile. In terms of the Global Passport Power Rank, Brazil is ranked 11th, Argentina 12th, and Chile 13th.
Brazil
- Mobility Score: 162
- Visa-Free: 109
- Rank: 11
- Individual Power Rank: 44
- World Reach: 81%
Argentina
- Mobility Score: 161
- Visa-Free: 105
- Rank: 12
- Individual Power Rank: 45
- World Reach: 81%
Chile
- Mobility Score: 160
- Visa-Free: 104
- Rank: 13
- Individual Power Rank: 46
- World Reach: 80%
Paraguay
- Mobility Score: 142
- Visa-Free: 86
- Rank: 24
- Individual Power Rank: 65
- World Reach: 71%
The Mercosur integration framework
The true structural power of the Paraguayan passport is realised within the Mercosur (Southern Common Market) bloc. The legal protections afforded to Paraguayan citizens within South America represent some of the most advanced freedom-of-movement protocols outside of the European Union.
Identification Sufficiency: For travel within Mercosur member states (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Uruguay) and associate members (including Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Panama, Peru, and Surinam). The Paraguayan passport is often secondary to the national identity card (Cédula), which is sufficient for border crossing.
Institutional Residency Rights: The Mercosur Residency Agreement grants Paraguayan citizens a privileged path to legal residence in any member or associate state. This allows for living and working rights that bypass the standard, high-barrier visa processes required for non-regional nationals.
Diplomatic Reciprocity: Paraguay’s ranking is sustained by a policy of reciprocal openness. This has fostered strong ties not only within the Americas but across the Atlantic.
Security and biometric integrity
A critical factor in maintaining its 24th global position is the technological rigour of the document itself. Paraguay’s shift to high-security biometric passports has ensured its continued acceptance at automated e-Gates in major European and Asian hubs. This technical compliance is a prerequisite for the visa-free status Paraguay enjoys in the Schengen Area and the United Kingdom. A status that remains a benchmark for passport strength in the region.
Paraguayan passport strategic outlook
While other Latin American countries possess higher raw mobility scores, the Paraguayan passport offers a unique “Middle Power” advantage: a high level of global access combined with the continent’s most streamlined regional integration. As of 2026, it remains an essential asset for any individual or entity operating within the Latin American economic sphere.
